Peru Arequipa 1885 2 Centavos with Mollendo Postmark
Peru · 1885 · 2 Centavos
A green stamp featuring 'AREQUIPA' at the top, 'DOS CENTAVOS' at the bottom, and '2 C.' in the lower corners, surrounding a central Peruvian coat of arms or emblem. It bears a distinctive boxed 'MOLL(ENDO)' departure datestamp.
This stamp is a local issue from Arequipa, Peru, produced during the War of the Pacific (1879-1884/85) when national postal services were disrupted. Its usage from Mollendo, a port city, highlights the regional postal needs during the conflict.
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Image: Post of Peru · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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